Delhi Sightseeing

The capital of India has two distinct parts, Old Delhi and New Delhi. Old Delhi is centred on the Red Fort and is a fascinating labyrinth of narrow, bustling streets including Chandni Chowk bazaar. Must-sees in Old Delhi include the majestic tower of Qutab Minar, as well as the impressive Red Fort itself, built by Emperor Shah... More

The capital of India has two distinct parts, Old Delhi and New Delhi. Old Delhi is centred on the Red Fort and is a fascinating labyrinth of narrow, bustling streets including Chandni Chowk bazaar. Must-sees in Old Delhi include the majestic tower of Qutab Minar, as well as the impressive Red Fort itself, built by Emperor Shah Jahan. and said to be one of the most magnificent palaces in the world. New Delhi was creation of the British Raj who wanted to show their ascendency over the former Mogul rulers with many grand buildings designed by the greatest ever British architect, Sir Edwin Lutyens.

Delhi City Tour

City tour with local English-speaking guide, including visits to the busy bazaars of Chandni Chowk, the Moghul Red Fort, Jama Masjd, Humayun tomb and the Qutab Minar. You will also see New Delhi's imposing avenues and the Lutyen's designed Government Houses. This extension starts and ends in Delhi and is perfect if you have a day to spare in Delhi at the end or even before your main holiday.

Price Guide

What's Included

English speaking guide, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, all taxes.

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to monuments (must be paid directly in local currency) allow a total of approximately 900 Indian rupees, meals, drinks and tips for your guide and driver are also not included.

Itinerary

Day: 1

KE extension package services begin with a pick-up at the hotel at 0930 hrs. The city tour includes a visit to the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Humayun Tomb and Qutab Minar, with a drive past the Lutyen's Buildings. The tour ends at around 1600 hrs with a drop-off at the hotel.

The Taj Mahal and Rajasthan

Combine a visit to the Taj Mahal with a relaxed tour of the vibrant and exotic state of Rajasthan, where tradition and royal glory meet in a riot of colours. This once independent princely state is renown for its magnificent forts and palaces and there is no better place to witness this than the Pink City of Jaipur with its... More

Combine a visit to the Taj Mahal with a relaxed tour of the vibrant and exotic state of Rajasthan, where tradition and royal glory meet in a riot of colours. This once independent princely state is renown for its magnificent forts and palaces and there is no better place to witness this than the Pink City of Jaipur with its Amber Fort, and Udaipur, the city of lakes. We have 3-day and 4-day extensions which guarantee a real flavour of India. All holiday extensions start and end in Delhi and include all accommodation, professional city guides, private transfers, trains and/or flights.

Agra and Jaipur

A 3-day tour visiting Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur and the Amber Fort. You will depart Delhi on the early morning express train to Agra where you have a full day's guided sightseeing and stay overnight in a hotel. In the morning you depart Agra by private car to Jaipur, stopping en route at the 'ghost' city of Fatehpur Sikri. On arrival in Jaipur you check-in to your hotel and have time to explore the famous 'Pink City'. The following morning you visit the Jaipur City Palace and Palace of the Winds. After lunch you leave Jaipur for the impressive Amber Fort, a superb example of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hillside overlooking a lake, reflecting its terraces and ramparts. In the late afternoon, you make the 4-hour drive back to Delhi.

Available 'High' between

Departure Days

Price Guide

Single supp
£150 $245 €200
per person (Single room based on 2 people travelling)

Deposit
£100$200€125
per person

What's Included

Professional local guide for sightseeing in Agra and Jaipur,
2 nights hotel,
All breakfasts,
Shatebadhi Express train from Delhi to Agra,
Private transfer from Jaipur to Delhi (either hotel or airport),
Transfers from Delhi hotel to railway station,
Private vehicle transfers in Agra and Jaipur

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to monuments (must be paid directly in local currency) allow a total of approximately 2000 Indian rupees,
Indian visa if joining from another country,
Flights to/from Delhi,
Airport transfers other than as specified,
Accommodation in Delhi,
Meals other than breakfasts,
Tips for your guides and drivers,
Miscellaneous expenses - drinks and souvenirs etc.

Itinerary

Day: 1

KE extension package services begin with an early morning pick-up from our hotel and transfer to the railway station where we board the 'Taj Express' for the 2 hour journey to Agra. Arriving in Agra we are met by our guide for a sightseeing tour of the Taj Mahal and Agra's Red Fort. We stay overnight in a hotel in Agra.

Day: 2

In our private car with driver/guide we travel first to the incredible ghost city of Fatephur Sikri before continuing our journey through colourful Rajastan to the famous 'Pink City' of Jaipur where we check in at our hotel. (B)

Day: 3

We have a morning of sightseeing in Jaipur including the City Palace and 'Palace of the Winds'. Driving out of Jaipur we next visit the Amber Fort and Palace with the option to ride up to the palace gate on elephant back. In the late afternoon we drive back to Delhi and are delivered to either our hotel or to the airport where services end. (B)

Lakes and Palaces

This 4-day tour visits all the most important cities and sights in Rajasthan, including Agra and the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur and the Amber Fort, and Udaipur, said to be the most beautiful city in Rajasthan. On the first day of the tour you transfer to the airport for an early morning flight to Udaipur. After checking into your hotel you have a full day of guided sightseeing including the City Palace and Jagdish Temple. We suggest you have a relaxing lunch at the City Palace or at one of the cafes on the lake front, overlooking the Lake Palace. The following morning you transfer to the airport for the flight to Jaipur, check into your hotel, and enjoy the sightseeing tour of Jaipur and Amber Fort. On the third day of the tour you transfer to Agra and stop en route at Fatehpur Sikri. The sightseeing tour of Agra including the incomparable Taj Mahal, takes place the next day. Final we transfer back to Delhi by private vehicle.

Available 'Low' between

Departure Days

Price Guide

Single supp
£150 $245 €200
per person (Single room based on 2 people travelling)

Deposit
£100$200€125
per person

What's Included

Professional local guide for all sightseeing tours,
2 internal flights (Delhi to Udaipur & Udaipur to Jaipur),
3 nights hotel,
All breakfasts,
Transfer by private vehicle from Jaipur to Agra and from Agra to Delhi (either hotel or airport)

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to monuments (must be paid directly in local currency) allow a total of approximately 2500 Indian rupees,
Indian visa if joining from another country,
Flights other than those specified as included,
Airport transfers other than associated with included flights,
Accommodation in Delhi,
Meals other than breakfasts,
Tips for your guides and drivers,
Miscellaneous expenses - drinks and souvenirs etc.

Itinerary

Day: 1

KE extension package services begin with an early morning pick-up from our hotel and transfer to the domestic airport for the flight to Udaipur. In Udaipur we are met at the airport by our guide and begin our sightseeing tour of this fascinating city lakes and palaces in the desert, constructed centuries ago by Rajput Kings. We stay overnight in a hotel in Udaipur.

Day: 2

We have another early transfer for the flight to Jaipur. We have a full day of sightseeing in the famous 'Pink City' including the City Palace and 'Palace of the Winds' and the he Amber Fort and Palace. We stay overnight in a hotel in Jaipur. (B)

Day: 3

Travelling by private car with a driver/guide we now drive through the colourful Rajasthani countryside to Agra. En-route we will stop to visit the 'ghost city' of Fatehpur Sikri. Arriving in Agra we check in at our hotel. (B)

Day: 4

A highlight of this holiday extension is a sightseeing tour of the incredible Taj Mahal and Agra's Red Fort. There will also be some time today for browsing in the local bazaar. In the late afternoon we drive back to Delhi to either the hotel or airport, where services end. (B)

Highlights of Sri Lanka

Just a little over 3 hours flight from Delhi and only 1 hour from Tivandrum it is easily possible to add a discovery tour of Sri Lanka to your India holiday. Within its compact teardrop form, you will find rolling green hills, turquoise lakes, tea plantations, tropical jungle, savannah grassland and some of the best beaches... More

Just a little over 3 hours flight from Delhi and only 1 hour from Tivandrum it is easily possible to add a discovery tour of Sri Lanka to your India holiday. Within its compact teardrop form, you will find rolling green hills, turquoise lakes, tea plantations, tropical jungle, savannah grassland and some of the best beaches in the entire sub-continent. Sri Lanka also has a fascinating 2000 year history and there are ancient abandoned cities, impressive temple complexes, a gigantic rock fortress, and ex-colonial hill stations which still look like English villages. Return flights to Colombo from Delhi start from as little as £200 while a return flight from Tivandrum is under £100. This 6-day sightseeing extension to Sri Lanka is customisable with the option to add extra days at the beach resort at Hikaduwa.

Highlights of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's climate is such that the island can be enjoyed year round. If your holiday falls in the tourist 'low season' you can take advantage of a quieter experience. Arriving in Sri Lanka we have two nights in the beautifully tranquil Chaaya Village resort beside Harbanna Lake at the heart of Sri Lanka's 'cultural triangle'. This is the perfect base for visits to the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa and the amazing World Heritage Sigiriya Rock Fortress. While staying at Chaaya Village will also take a ride through the countryside on elephant back. Next we travel to Kandy, another World Heritage site and the location of the 'Temple of the Tooth'. From here we take a toy train which climbs through tea plantations up into Sri Lanka's pretty Hill Country. From rolling green hills we then transfer to the coast and the golden sands of Hikkaduwa, ending this highlights tour with some R&R on one of Sri Lanka's most popular beaches famed for its coral reef. The example itinerary below is for a tour with 1 night at the Chaaya Beach Hotel in Hikkaduwa, but you can easily extend your stay with extra nights at this excellent spa hotel. Just contact the KE office for further details.

Departure Days

Price Guide

Single supp
£220 $365 €295
per person (Single room based on 2 people travelling)

Deposit
£100$200€150
per person

What's Included

A professional English-speaking driver/guide,
Airport transfers in Colombo,
All land transport required by the itinerary,
5 nights accommodation in good standard hotels in twin or single rooms with private bathroom,
All breakfasts,
All entrance fees required by the itinerary

What's Not Included

Itinerary

Day: 1

Arriving in Sri Lanka's Colombo Airport, you are met by your local guide and transfer (3 hours) to the Chaaya Village at Habarana. Relax in the pool or gardens or take a walk in the extensive grounds. Overnight at Habarana.

Day: 2

After breakfast, travel by private car to the ancient medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. The landscape is dotted by lakes created by kings of old amid well preserved monuments and temples from the 10th century. After the visit you return to Habarana and enjoy a short safari on the back of an elephant! Overnight at Habarana. (B)

Day: 3

This morning you visit the world Heritage site of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka's iconic and spectacular Rock Fortress. You will climb to the top of the Lion Rock which was once completely covered by buildings. Afterwards you drive to Kandy, via a visit to a spice garden. Evening visit to the Temple of the Tooth and watch a traditional cultural dance show. Overnight in a hotel in Kandy. (B)

Day: 4

Today you travel by train, taking the charming narrow-guage railway which climbs from Kandy through tea plantations and up into Sri Lanka's Hill Country. You visit the old hill station of Nuwara Eliya before proceeding to the tea station at Bandarawela where you check into your hotel. (B)

Day: 5

Leaving the Hill Country, you have a fascinating drive beside the Horton Plains and the Uda Walawe National Park to the old Portuguese port city of Galle. From here its a short drive to your overnight accommodation at Chaaya Beach Hotel and Spa at Hikaduwa. (B)

Day: 6

You transfer to the airport at Colombo to check in for your return flight.

Highlights of Sri Lanka

This is the optimum time to visit Sri Lanka. Arriving in Colombo we transfer to the beautifully tranquil Chaaya Village resort beside Harbanna Lake at the heart of Sri Lanka's 'cultural triangle'. This is the perfect base for visits to the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa and the amazing World Heritage Sigiriya Rock Fortress. While staying at Chaaya Village will also take a ride through the countryside on elephant back. Next we travel to Kandy, another World Heritage site and the location of the 'Temple of the Tooth'. From here we take a toy train which climbs through tea plantations up into Sri Lanka's pretty Hill Country. From rolling green hills we then transfer to the coast and the golden sands of Hikkaduwa, ending this highlights tour with some R&R on one of Sri Lanka's most popular beaches famed for its coral reef. The example itinerary below is for a tour with 1 night at the Chaaya Beach Hotel in Hikkaduwa, but you can easily extend your stay with extra nights at this excellent spa hotel. Just contact the KE office for further details.

Departure Days

Price Guide

Single supp
£220 $365 €295
per person (Single room based on 2 people travelling)

Deposit
£100$200€150
per person

What's Included

A professional English-speaking driver/guide,
Airport transfers in Colombo,
All land transport required by the itinerary,
5 nights accommodation in good standard hotels in twin or single rooms with private bathroom,
All breakfasts,
All entrance fees required by the itinerary

What's Not Included

Itinerary

Day: 1

Arriving in Sri Lanka's Colombo Airport, you are met by your local guide and transfer (3 hours) to the Chaaya Village at Habarana. Relax in the pool or gardens or take a walk in the extensive grounds. Overnight at Habarana.

Day: 2

After breakfast, travel by private car to the ancient medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. The landscape is dotted by lakes created by kings of old amid well preserved monuments and temples from the 10th century. After the visit you return to Habarana and enjoy a short safari on the back of an elephant! Overnight at Habarana. (B)

Day: 3

This morning you visit the world Heritage site of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka's iconic and spectacular Rock Fortress. You will climb to the top of the Lion Rock which was once completely covered by buildings. Afterwards you drive to Kandy, via a visit to a spice garden. Evening visit to the Temple of the Tooth and watch a traditional cultural dance show. Overnight in a hotel in Kandy. (B)

Day: 4

Today you travel by train, taking the charming narrow-guage railway which climbs from Kandy through tea plantations and up into Sri Lanka's Hill Country. You visit the old hill station of Nuwara Eliya before proceeding to the tea station at Bandarawela where you check into your hotel. (B)

Day: 5

Leaving the Hill Country, you have a fascinating drive beside the Horton Plains and the Uda Walawe National Park to the old Portuguese port city of Galle. From here its a short drive to your overnight accommodation at Chaaya Beach Hotel and Spa at Hikaduwa. (B)

Day: 6

You transfer to the airport at Colombo to check in for your return flight.

Highlights of Sri Lanka

Spend Xmas or New Year on a paradise island! Arriving in Sri Lanka we have two nights in the beautifully tranquil Chaaya Village resort beside Harbanna Lake at the heart of Sri Lanka's 'cultural triangle'. This is the perfect base for visits to the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa and the amazing World Heritage Sigiriya Rock Fortress. While staying at Chaaya Village will also take a ride through the countryside on elephant back. Next we travel to Kandy, another World Heritage site and the location of the 'Temple of the Tooth'. From here we take a toy train which climbs through tea plantations up into Sri Lanka's pretty Hill Country. From rolling green hills we then transfer to the coast and the golden sands of Hikkaduwa, ending this highlights tour with some R&R on one of Sri Lanka's most popular beaches famed for its coral reef. The example itinerary below is for a tour with 1 night at the Chaaya Beach Hotel in Hikkaduwa, but you can easily extend your stay with extra nights at this excellent spa hotel. Just contact the KE office for further details.

Departure Days

Price Guide

Single supp
£220 $365 €295
per person (Single room based on 2 people travelling)

Deposit
£100$200€150
per person

What's Included

A professional English-speaking driver/guide,
Airport transfers in Colombo,
All land transport required by the itinerary,
5 nights accommodation in good standard hotels in twin or single rooms with private bathroom,
All breakfasts,
All entrance fees required by the itinerary

What's Not Included

Itinerary

Day: 1

Arriving in Sri Lanka's Colombo Airport, you are met by your local guide and transfer (3 hours) to the Chaaya Village at Habarana. Relax in the pool or gardens or take a walk in the extensive grounds. Overnight at Habarana.

Day: 2

AAfter breakfast, travel by private car to the ancient medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. The landscape is dotted by lakes created by kings of old amid well preserved monuments and temples from the 10th century. After the visit you return to Habarana and enjoy a short safari on the back of an elephant! Overnight at Habarana. (B)

Day: 3

This morning you visit the world Heritage site of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka's iconic and spectacular Rock Fortress. You will climb to the top of the Lion Rock which was once completely covered by buildings. Afterwards you drive to Kandy, via a visit to a spice garden. Evening visit to the Temple of the Tooth and watch a traditional cultural dance show. Overnight in a hotel in Kandy. (B)

Day: 4

Today you travel by train, taking the charming narrow-guage railway which climbs from Kandy through tea plantations and up into Sri Lanka's Hill Country. You visit the old hill station of Nuwara Eliya before proceeding to the tea station at Bandarawela where you check into your hotel. (B)

Day: 5

Leaving the Hill Country, you have a fascinating drive beside the Horton Plains and the Uda Walawe National Park to the old Portuguese port city of Galle. From here its a short drive to your overnight accommodation at Chaaya Beach Hotel and Spa at Hikaduwa. (B)

Day: 6

You transfer to the airport at Colombo to check in for your return flight.

Agra and the Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is the most famous icon of India. Constructed by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, as a mausoleum for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, this incredible structure of white marble, inlaid with semi-precious stones took 22 years to build and is truly one of the man-made wonders of the world. The Taj Mahal can easily be... More

The Taj Mahal is the most famous icon of India. Constructed by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, as a mausoleum for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, this incredible structure of white marble, inlaid with semi-precious stones took 22 years to build and is truly one of the man-made wonders of the world. The Taj Mahal can easily be visited as a day trip from Delhi or with an overnight stay in Agra for additional sightseeing. All holiday extensions start and end in Delhi and include professional city guides, accommodation where applicable and all required transfers by private vehicle or train.

Agra and the Taj Mahal

A one-day tour departing Delhi at 6am on the Shatabdhi Express train. On arrival in Agra you will be met by your driver and guide for your full day of sightseeing. With its laid-back lifestyle and immense wealth of architecture, handicrafts and jewellery, Agra is amongst the most remarkable cities in the world. In the morning you will visit the world famous Taj Mahal. After lunch at the Taj View Hotel you will visit Agra Fort on the sands of the river Yamuna. There should also be time for souvenir shopping in the bazaar close to the fort. Agra is famous for its handicrafts, mostly inlaid marble-work, leather goods, jewellery and textiles. Return journey to Delhi is by private car.

Available 'All Year' between

1 January - 31 December

Departure Days

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun

Price Guide

What's Included

Professional local guide at the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, Shatebadhi Express train from Delhi to Agra, train or vehicle transfer from Agra to Delhi depending on flight schedule, transfers to/from Delhi hotel to railway station, transfers once at the Taj Mahal and Agra, lunch.

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to monuments (must be paid directly in local currency) allow a total of approximately 1200 Indian rupees, Indian visa if joining from another country, any additional transfers, tips for your guides and drivers, accommodation in Delhi, miscellaneous expenses - drinks and souvenirs etc.

Itinerary

Day: 1

KE extension package services begin with a pick up from the hotel. We then depart from Delhi at around 0600hrs by express train to Agra. Sightseeing at the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. You will be transferred from Agra back to Delhi by private vehicle and go either to the hotel or directly to the airport, where services end. (L)

Agra and the Taj Mahal

A 2-day tour departing Delhi at 6am on the Shatabdhi Express train. You will have 2 days to explore this fascinating city. You will stay overnight at a (minimum) 3 star hotel on B&B basis. On day 1 you will visit Sikandra, Agra Fort and have a tour of the city. There will also be time for souvenir shopping in the bazaar close to the fort. Agra is famous for its handicrafts, mostly inlaid marble-work, leather goods, jewellery and textiles. On day 2 you will visit the world famous Taj Mahal and the 'ghost city' of Fatehpur Sikri, a superbly well-preserved, four hundred year old, temple and palace complex built by the third Mughal Emperor - Akbar. Return to Delhi by private car.

Available 'Low' between

Departure Days

Price Guide

Single supp
£60 $100 €80
per person (Single room based on 2 people travelling)

Deposit
£100$200€125
per person

What's Included

Professional local guide in Agra, 1 night hotel Agra B&B, Shatebadhi Express train from Delhi to Agra, train or vehicle transfer from Agra to Delhi depending on flight schedule, transfers to/from Delhi hotel to railway station, transfers once at the Taj Mahal and Agra.

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to monuments (must be paid directly in local currency) allow a total of approximately 1500 Indian rupees, Indian visa if joining from another country, any additional transfers, tips for your guides and drivers, accommodation in Delhi, meals other than breakfasts, miscellaneous expenses - drinks and souvenirs etc.

Itinerary

Day: 1

KE extension package services begin with a pick up at the hotel. We then depart from Delhi at around 0600hrs on the express train. Arrive Agra and check in at the hotel. Later there is a sightseeing visit to Sikandra, Agra Fort and the city. Overnight at the hotel.

Day: 2

In the morning, we visit the Taj Mahal and nearby Fatehpur Sikri. In the afternoon, we drive back to Delhi and to either our hotel there or directly to the airport where services end. (B)

Agra and the Taj Mahal

A 2-day tour departing Delhi at 6am on the Shatabdhi Express train. You will have 2 days to explore this fascinating city. You will stay overnight at a (minimum) 3 star hotel on B&B basis. On day 1 you will visit Sikandra, Agra Fort and have a tour of the city. There will also be time for souvenir shopping in the bazaar close to the fort. Agra is famous for its handicrafts, mostly inlaid marble-work, leather goods, jewellery and textiles. On day 2 you will visit the world famous Taj Mahal and the 'ghost city' of Fatehpur Sikri, a superbly well-preserved, four hundred year old, temple and palace complex built by the third Mughal Emperor - Akbar. Return to Delhi by private car.

Departure Days

Price Guide

Single supp
£95 $155 €120
per person (Single room based on 2 people travelling)

Deposit
£100$200€125
per person

What's Included

Professional local guide in Agra, 1 night hotel Agra B&B, Shatebadhi Express train from Delhi to Agra, train or vehicle transfer from Agra to Delhi depending on flight schedule, transfers to/from Delhi hotel to railway station, transfers once at the Taj Mahal and Agra.

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to monuments (must be paid directly in local currency) allow a total of approximately 1500 Indian rupees, Indian visa if joining from another country, any additional transfers, tips for your guides and drivers, accommodation in Delhi, meals other than breakfasts, miscellaneous expenses - drinks and souvenirs etc.

Itinerary

Day: 1

KE extension package services begin with a pick up at the hotel. We then depart from Delhi at around 0600hrs on the express train. Arrive Agra and check in at the hotel. Later there is a sightseeing visit to Sikandra, Agra Fort and the city. Overnight at the hotel.

Day: 2

In the morning, we visit the Taj Mahal and nearby Fatehpur Sikri. In the afternoon, we drive back to Delhi and to either our hotel there or directly to the airport where services end. (B)